American revolution

American Revolution

The American Revolution was a period of political upheaval that took place between 1765 and 1783 during which colonists in the Thirteen Colonies rejected the British monarchy and aristocracy, overthrew the authority of Great Britain, and founded the United States of America.

Background

The American Revolution was the result of a series of social, political, and intellectual transformations in American society, government and ways of thinking. Starting in 1765 the Americans rejected the authority of the British Parliament to tax them without elected representation.

Causes

The causes of the American Revolution are many and varied. The French and Indian War had a significant impact, with Britain taking on large amounts of debt to fund the war. The British government attempted to pass these costs on to the colonists, leading to widespread unrest.

Events

The American Revolution included a series of broad phases. These include the resistance to Britain (1765–1776), the war for independence (1775–1783), and the formation of a new nation (1776–1788).

Impact

The American Revolution had a significant impact on the world. It led to the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States as an independent nation. It also inspired revolutions in other parts of the world, including the French Revolution.

See also

• Boston Tea Party
• George Washington
• Thomas Jefferson
• Declaration of Independence

External links

• American Revolution.org